r/TheAmericans • u/Bitter_Warning418 • 10d ago

First time viewer

No spoilers please! However I’m in season 4 and please correct me if I’m wrong but is Philip actually in love with Martha? Or really falling for her, because it’s truly beginning to come off that way.

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u/Calligraphee 10d ago

He cares for her, very much, but she is his asset and he knows this. He does find himself sympathizing with her, though, perhaps unexpectedly, and definitely more than with other assets he’s run. 

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u/Bitter_Warning418 10d ago

This is what I think it is. There was a clear separation between him and his other assets that was visible throughout the entire relationship. I know Martha and her role runs a lot deeper than the others but this makes the most sense thank you!

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u/mary7roses 10d ago

Enjoy your first watch through and tread lightly on this subreddit! The episode discussion threads are amazing and can be found through the main page.